Search - Richard Hayman :: When You Wish Upon a Star

Lush orchestral arrangements of Disney and Sherman favorites

John Paul Jones | Montgomery, AL USA | 04/26/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Mr. Hayman was the arranger for the Boston Pops orchestra through the '60's, '70's, and '80's. Many of these arrangements are featured on the Boston Pops recording "Salute to Disney" with Arthur Fiedler. The arrangements are extensive medleys from several movies and shows. These are great arrangements and the orchestra is phenominal, making these wonderful songs perfect for singing along."

Mixed Bag

Peter Prainito | Lombard, IL USA | 08/19/2005

(2 out of 5 stars)

"The concept sounded good, but the end result is a rather big letdown. I am a big fan of Richard Hayman (former arranger for the Boston Pops) and expected this CD to be something special, but it's hit or miss. The Mary Poppins medley is beautiful while, on the other hand, the Snow White medley is awful. Apparently these medleys are NOT arranged by Richard Hayman, a master at his craft. I couldn't help but feel that some of these lousy arrangements would be better suited for a high school marching band. With uneven playing and several really horrible renditions of Disney medleys, I cannot recommend this CD. Anyone want to buy a used CD real cheap?"

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Peter Prainito | 10/21/2004

(3 out of 5 stars)

"I'd like to pint out that Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is not a Disney Film! Other wise it was pretty good."